Tums Extra Strength Peppermint Antacid

Tums is a globally recognized antacid brand, famous for its calcium carbonate-based tablets that provide fast-acting relief from heartburn and acid indigestion. Originating in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1928, the brand was created by pharmacist James Howe. For decades, it was a flagship product of the Lewis-Howe Company before passing through several corporate mergers including Revlon and Beecham Group.

Today, Tums is a key brand under the Haleon umbrella, a consumer healthcare powerhouse that spun off from GSK (GlaxoSmithKline) in 2022. While the brand is quintessentially American in origin, its distribution is global. Most production specifically for the North American market still occurs in the historic facility in St. Louis, USA, though global supply chains may involve various manufacturing sites. The brand remains a market leader in the over-the-counter digestive health category.